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Charlestown Table Tennis Tournament Produces the Right Shots

Annual competition combines fun, winter-time wellness

CATONSVILLE, MD---Whether they hit a powerful smash or finessed a well-placed backspin lob, the players in this year's Charlestown table tennis tournament had all the right shots.
The annual event at the Catonsville-based Erickson Living retirement community featured thirty residents and staff competing in five draws. The matches took place on February 15th in the Erickson Conference Center.
"We had some new players this year, which made for some exciting matches," noted Teresa Reymann, Wellness Manager at Charlestown. "There's nothing like good old-fashioned competition for the residents and staff."
Reymann also noted that the winter months can challenge people of all ages who like to exercise but it's more important than ever, according to medical experts.
"A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that more physicians are recommending exercise for their patients than ever before. In fact, the number increased by forty percent in the last decade," said Reymann. "So if it's taking a brisk walk or even playing table tennis, regular exercise is beneficial for overall wellness."
2012 Charlestown Table Tennis Tournament Final Matches:Mixed Doubles Winners:
Champions: John Kasuda and Teresa Reymann; Runners-Up: Betty Brown and Glen Young
Men's Doubles Winners:
Champions: Nelson Tharp and John Kasuda; Runners-Up: Marvin Cooke and Glen Young
Women's Doubles Winners:
Champions: Rosemary Erdman and Jean Brooks; Runners-Up: Betty Brown and Jeanette Evans
Women's Singles:
Champion: Rosemary Erdman; Runner-Up: Jean Brooks
Men's Singles:
Champion: Ayokunle Ayanleye; Runner-Up: Johnny Sequoyah.
About Charlestown: Charlestown, managed and developed by Erickson Living, is a retirement community that provides worry-free living for America's seniors-the country's fastest growing population segment. Erickson Living's financial value and predictable monthly service fees provide residents across the country financial peace of mind. Comprehensive health and wellness services, integrated into our continuum of care, lead to demonstrated resident benefits. A robust complement of resident programs and facilities promote an engaged, fulfilling lifestyle that is reflected in resident satisfaction levels that exceed the industry average. For more information, please visit www.ericksonliving.com.